Sam Armanino, freelance journalist, Mountain biker, and CMP alumnus, is reported to have passed away in a mountain biking in Sept 2023. CMP Alumni Shingle Springs Campus first announced news of his death on September 6.
Who was Sam Armanino?
According to his biography on his website. Sam grew up in Northern California and started skiing and backpacking in Tahoe. He earned a B.A. in journalism from Humboldt University.
Sam Armanino was recently based in South Lake Tahoe, where he was involved in shooting various projects. After his college education, he worked as a daily crime reporter for the local newspaper but later opted to do freelance projects. Sam had collaborations with brands and produced creative content for creative people.
Sam was also an alumnus of the California Montessori Project – Shingle Springs Campus class 2009. He also liked skiing, mountain biking, and hanging out with friends.
Sam Armanino Death & Cause – Biking Accident
The CMP alumni group on Facebook announced Sam’s death on September 6, 2023. The statement confirming his death states that he died from a mountain biking accident. The statement reads, “It is with the HEAVIEST and SADDEST of hearts that we share that our CMP Family has lost one of its own.
Sam Armanino, CMP Class of 2009, passed far too soon/young on 8/31 in a mountain biking accident.
Sam (wearing red in these photos from our reunion in 2013) lived his life to the fullest, loved with his whole heart, and will be missed by so many.
Our hearts go out to Libby, Annie, and Molly, and all who love and will forever miss Sam.
Texts are welcomed, but please understand that it might take some time to respond. The family appreciates the outpouring of love and shared memories and will see your comments here, too.
RIP Sam!!”